Economic Development Insights

Changing business trends, cycles, conditions -- even one-time events -- can have far-reaching positive or negative effects on individual industries or the entire economy.  

Here, you'll find reports that gauge the economic impact of specific industries, examine critical business development issues, and provide insights from business and industry leaders on expectations for growth, new trends and more.

Available Reports
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More Than Dollars: Defense Contracts Stimulate Business Growth. Defense contracts dynamically impact businesses and stimulate growth, according to a survey conducted by DEED in partnership with the Defense Alliance of Minnesota.

Economic Impacts of 2008 Republican National Convention. Presents the economic benefits that accompany the 2008 Republication National Convention that will be held in St. Paul, Minnesota.

Economic Impacts of the I-35W Bridge Collapse. Discusses some of the economic impacts due to the unavailability of this important bridge crossing.

Minnesota OEMS: Improving the State's Supply Chain. Highlights supply chain perspectives and insights obtained from interviews with 13 major Minnesota manufacturers.

Workforce Competitiveness: Business Needs for International Business Skills, Knowledge and Abilities. The study examined international business knowledge, skills, and abilities and second languages needed by businesses in Minnesota, the areas in which training was provided, and whether related costs were reimbursed.

Understanding the Worker Needs of Manufacturers.The 2007 Minnesota Skills Gap Survey